FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Alexander Bonnyman, Jr ~ 29 April 2024

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Hi Everybody!

((HUGS))

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

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[Kathy in Alaska]

~ Hall of Heroes: Alexander Bonnyman, Jr ~

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...did you bundle up and take Blue for a spin?

Ready to take on the new week?

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Yes!/h1>



Had to get some gas, blow the cobwebs out of the motor, and show off my new boots.

(((HUGS)))

ML/LTOS

[Chewbarkah]

Heroes like Lt. Alexander Bonnyman, Jr., deserve our eternal thanks (they certainly have mine) and must never be forgotten.

Thank you for your tireless work remembering those who gave their all for our country.

[SkyDancer]

~ Evening All! ~

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~ Welcome To My World ~

I’m Down There Somewhere

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, radu...hope your recovery period was short this week.

Did you and Champ attack the grass?

I attacked the “bush” and I’m satisfied with what I was able to do. Someone more agile and with better balance would have done a better job, but I’m satisfied for now. LOL!

[PROCON]

Hi Kathy, thanks for tonight’s Canteen and for honoring our Hero!

[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

Did you get that bush in the back yard whacked down to the ground this afternoon?

I managed to mow the grass along the driveway, wearing a lot of it when finished. LOL Very windy again.
Went outside a little after 6:00 and there was NO wind! First time in almost a week and it felt strange.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Woohoo...new boots and you and Blue are ready!

What does Tippy think of seeing Blue come home?

[radu]

LOL! I didn’t see your post before I asked. Glad you were able to get the bush whacked down enough to suit you for now.

I did break Champ out and got along the driveway mowed. The rest will have to wait since it’s supposed to rain every day this week. Today would normally be recuperation day but that mowing had to be done. Tomorrow WILL be recuperation day. LOL

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Tippy is content to stay home when I ride. She’s such a Good Girl! :-)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Welcome to the Canteen, Chewbarkah...glad you enjoyed this hero’s story.

We will never forget!

[radu]

Howdy, PRO.

Did you have a good week and weekend? Did you and your son hang out and do something fun - like shooting range? :-)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Janey...((HUGS))...hope you had nice restful weekend.

Our snow is melting fast with 2 full days of mostly sunshine.

[The Mayor]

April 29

Pray and Watch

Bible in a Year :

• 1 Kings 6-7
• Luke 20:27-47

Pray in the Spirit on all occasions . . . be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.

Ephesians 6:18 When fighting spiritual battles, believers in Jesus should take prayer seriously. A Florida woman found out how dangerous it can be, however, to practice it unwisely. When she prayed, she closed her eyes. But while driving one day and praying (with eyes shut!), she failed to stop at a stop sign, flew through an intersection, and went offroad into a homeowner’s yard. She then tried unsuccessfully to back off the lawn. Though not injured, she was given a police citation for reckless driving and property damage. This prayer warrior missed a key part of Ephesians 6:18: be alert.

As part of the whole armor of God in Ephesians 6, the apostle Paul includes two final pieces. First, we should fight spiritual battles with prayer. This means praying in the Spirit—relying on His power. Also, resting in His guidance and responding to His promptings—praying all kinds of prayers on all occasions (v. 18). Second, Paul encouraged us to “be alert.” Spiritual alertness can aid us in being prepared for Jesus’ return (Mark 13:33), gaining victory over temptation (14:38), and interceding for other believers (Ephesians 6:18).

As we fight spiritual battles daily, let’s permeate our lives with a “pray and watch” approach—combating evil powers and piercing the darkness with the light of Christ. .

Reflect & Pray

How can having a “pray and watch” mindset help you fight spiritual battles? What does it mean for you to stay spiritually alert?

Dear God, please help me to watch and pray for myself and others.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Pro...have you done your first mowing of the spring?

I’m still a couple weeks out.

[luvie]

1st Lt. Alexander Bonnyman, Jr
Born in Atlanta, GA
B.May 2, 1910 - D.November 22, 1943
US Marine Corps Reserve
Medal of Honor Recipient.
What a hero!